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Fountainhead Regional Park

Mountain bike trail conditions · Washington DC & Northern Virginia, VA 38.722° N  77.327° W   230 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

Sun 3pm Conditions turn Caution.

Recent rain
No measurable rain in the past week
Today
82°Frain
  • Thu 9/10, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/11, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/14, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/15, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/16, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/17, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/18, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/19, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Today, Sun 9/20, 0.30 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Mon 9/21, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/22, 0.35 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/23, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/24, 0.10 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Fri 9/25, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME, forecast preview, beyond the free window

Updated Sep 20, 2026, 13:49 UTC. Modeled hourly. Unchanged for 10+ days. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Fountainhead Regional Park rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. No measurable rain in the past week.

Over the tracked history, Fountainhead Regional Park has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Fountainhead Regional Park

Fountainhead Regional Park is a mountain bike trail network in Washington DC & Northern Virginia, VA. The soil is sandy and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 1.6° slope at 230 ft and mainly faces S. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

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How these factors affect drying

SoilSandy

Sandy, coarse soil sheds water fast. These trails are among the quickest to recover after rain.

CanopyDense 86%

Heavy tree cover shades the soil and blocks wind, so these trails dry slowly and can hold morning damp even after dry days.

TerrainHolds water

Water tends to pool and linger here rather than running off, so the surface can stay damp well after the weather clears.

FAQ

Can you ride Fountainhead Regional Park right now?

The current estimate for Fountainhead Regional Park is PRIME: rideable now. Good window for the next ~2 hours. No measurable rain in the past week.

Is Fountainhead Regional Park muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. No measurable rain in the past week.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Fountainhead Regional Park?

Fountainhead Regional Park sits on sandy soil that drains fast. Sandy, coarse soil sheds water fast. These trails are among the quickest to recover after rain.

How long does Fountainhead Regional Park take to dry after rain?

Fountainhead Regional Park usually needs only a few hours to recover after light rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.

Can you ride Fountainhead Regional Park after rain?

Sandy soil drains quickly, though heavier rain can leave soft spots. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.

Does Fountainhead Regional Park get snow in winter?

Rarely. Fountainhead Regional Park sits low and mild enough (around 230 ft) that snow seldom affects riding; conditions are driven by rain and drying. Loam still flags FROZEN on the rare freeze.

What's the terrain and elevation like at Fountainhead Regional Park?

Fountainhead Regional Park sits at roughly 230 feet, faces mostly S, and averages a 1.6° grade with about 86% tree cover. It is quicker to dry where it faces south, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

When is the best time of year to ride Fountainhead Regional Park?

Snow rarely affects Fountainhead Regional Park. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. Its sunny aspect helps it come back fast after storms. The live verdict above reflects today.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Sandydrains fast
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
86%Dense
Elevation
230 ft
Average grade
1.6°
Predominant aspect
S-facing

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